RunTri has raced in Arizona -- 5k, marathons, ultramarathons and Ironman Triathlons in Glendale, Surprise. Crown King and Tempe-- for more than a decade. Arizona is one of our favorite race locations, and it's no surprise that PF Chang's Rock and Roll Marathon is a top winter marathon destination for thousands of runners each year.
Entering its 6th year, this favorite is a selection on RunTri's Best Marathons Top 10. News and tips are below, we hope they help you have the race of your life.
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Charity Training Programs Set to Kickoff for 2009 Event
Numerous Charity Options for P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona
By Dan Cruz/RNRAZ (7/22/08) With six months to train before the race, runners and walkers can receive expert coaching for the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon - and raise money for a great cause. Over the past five years, P.F. Chang’s participants have raised over $25.7 million for various charities and causes through their commitment and participation at the annual road race.
“Training for a marathon can be a challenge, and finding the right training program is a great way to keep it fun and stay motivated,” said Dawn Reichert, the event’s general manager. “Official training programs provide participants with support, professional coaching and inspiration. We encourage interested runners to attend an informational meeting or kickoff party to get into the spirit of the race and sign up with a charity that will inspire them to train for a marathon or half marathon."
With over 20 causes and charities to choose from both locally and nationally, charity participants receive benefits including team support, camaraderie, exceptional coaching and travel to/from the race. Charity training programs also provide fundraising guidance and tools to help participants raise money for a meaningful cause. P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona is proud to collaborate with various charities and provide the opportunity for runners to reach out to members of the community who are in need. More information on the official charity training programs can be found at www.rnraz.com/training.html.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary of saving lives, Team in Training (TNT) is the signature fundraising program for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, providing coaching and training for walking or running a marathon or half-marathon. Attending a TNT informational meeting or kickoff party is the first step to the P.F. Chang’s finish line. (www.teamintraining.org)
The NF Endurance Team supports the Children’s Tumor Foundation, and provides participants with the opportunity to participate in team endurance sports to raise money for those suffering with Neurofibromatosis (NF). The organization raises money for research, promotes awareness of the disorder, and provides a network of caring and support for those in need. (www.ctf.org/marathon/)
Chances for Children-Arizona is committed to improving quality of life by promoting programs that provide access to sports, physical education and character building for youth. During the 2006 and 2007 school years, Chances for Children-Arizona provided running programs to over 1,500 students from ten elementary schools in the Phoenix area through the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Kids Rock Star program. For the 2008 school year, Chances for Children-Arizona will continue to fight childhood obesity and support running programs for children through unique school based programs that will act in partnership with TEAM Chances. (www.chancesforchildrenaz.com)
First-time marathoners and experienced runners alike are invited to attend an informational meeting or kickoff party throughout July and August or go to www.rnraz.com/training.html for more information.
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